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Law Enforcement- First Aid Focus- Is your equipment even preparing you for providing first aid?

The general public, including myself, have a true belief that a law enforcement officer not only has the skills necessary for keeping criminals at bay but also to save lives. Lives of the public, victims of crimes, victims of accidents and also save their fellow officers in a crisis. Society provides a sense of security, we seem to take for granted, that as a first responder LEO’s naturally can

Perform effective CPR and use an AED on all age groups effectively and properly

Apply bandages to open chest wounds without collapsing a lung

Apply tourniquets correctly and efficiently to those whose life is depending on stopping blood loss

Oh and the capability to perform these and other various first aid techniques while simultaneously apprehending a criminal, if need be. Yes LEO’s are expected to do what is necessary to resolve life threatening situations quickly and efficiently. No one calls 911 in a crisis and expects an officer to arrive without the proper supplies, knowledge, or ability-- that never crosses our minds. Our expectations upon a LEO arrival is an immediate resolve for the emergency and LEO to have knowledge of necessary quick reactions required to save a life. We, as the public trust and even expect that LEO’s are prepared to do what it takes. Are we taking too much for granted? Are officers receiving the necessary training to prepare and train them to meet the expectations the public has for them?

Creating opportunities for CPR, AED & First Aid training to be shared with others who, without your support, would not otherwise had the opportunity to learn. Thank you for joining me . Together we will promote greater awareness to improve outcomes during cardiac emergencies.

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"During my class I repeat the importance for preventing a reason to say "it happened so fast" or "I always wanted to take a CPR and/or First aid class." Knowing exactly what your role is during an emergency, with a MAJOR emphasis on how to react WITHOUT panic is the TOP priority in my class. A well thought out "game plan" unique to each individual will be achieved." kp